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Warren Buffett steps down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway

The investor becomes chairman emeritus while his son Howard assumes the board role under a long-standing succession plan.

The short version

  • Warren Buffett has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, transitioning immediately to chairman emeritus.[CNBC · ABC News]
  • Buffett will remain a director on the company's board.[CNBC · ABC News]
  • His son, Howard Buffett, takes over as chairman in line with Berkshire's long-established succession strategy.[CNBC · ABC News]

Key facts

  • Warren Buffett stepped down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, moving into the chairman emeritus position.[CNBC · ABC News]
  • Howard Buffett replaces his father as chairman of the company.[CNBC · ABC News]
  • Warren Buffett will maintain his position as a board director.[CNBC · ABC News]

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